Author: AU News Bureau
The 30th Indian Plumbing Conference is set to take place in Hyderabad from November 21st to 23rd, 2024, at Hitex. This year’s theme, “Water – The New Currency,” highlights water’s crucial role in sustainability and climate action, supporting India’s goal of achieving net-zero emissions by 2070. The conference aims to enhance water management, inspire innovation, and foster economic resilience through water-efficient technologies and national carbon reduction targets. Organized by the Indian Plumbing Association (IPA), the event will feature distinguished speakers, technical sessions, and panel discussions. Key topics include: – Water – The New Currency: Exploring water’s economic value and its…
Pelican Group has unveiled Pelicanwork, a premium line of ergonomic office furniture designed for modern professionals seeking elegance and efficiency. With cutting-edge ergonomics and sustainable design, Pelicanwork offers chairs and desks crafted to enhance user experience, minimize fatigue, and maximize productivity. Featuring exclusive materials, Italian mechanisms, and custom options, Pelicanwork targets millennials in India’s metro cities. The past decade has seen growing awareness around ergonomics’ impact on health, productivity, and job satisfaction. Studies show 90% of professionals experience discomfort from poor office furniture. Pelicanwork integrates advanced ergonomic principles with aesthetic versatility. “With Pelicanwork, we combined science-backed ergonomics with luxurious design,”…
Javier Senosiain Arquitectos has transformed a wedge-shaped office space into an organic, wood-lined sanctuary inspired by cave-like refuges. “The main idea was to achieve adapted spaces to the human body, similar to the maternal cloister, animal’s refuge, the troglodytes that are sculpted under the ground, the igloo โ not a turn back but a meditated reconciliation,” explained Javier Senosiain, founder of Javier Senosiain Arquitectos. The 202-square-meter office, also serving as the studio’s Mexico City headquarters, features curved pathways connecting several main chambers. Visitors enter through a waiting area with a reception desk, leading into a curving hallway that branches off…
Moriyama Teshima Architects has officially opened the new Ontario Secondary School Teachers’ Federation (OSSTF/FEESO) Headquarters and Multi-Tenant Commercial Building, overlooking the Don Valley ravine. This 127,000-square-foot, three-storey mass timber facility serves as a hub supporting public education in Ontario, providing a healthy workplace environment and meeting the organization’s financial resiliency goals. The OSSTF represents educators, educational assistants, and other education professionals in the secondary school system. “The central atrium is the building’s key design feature, connecting everyone to each other and nature, creating a healthier working environment,” said Carol Phillips, Partner at Moriyama Teshima Architects. The building features cross-laminated timber…
The esteemed A’ Design Award has bestowed the Bronze award upon Shahram Shir’s “Anahita Factory” in the Architecture, Building and Structure Design category. “This recognition solidifies the A’ Architecture Awards’ reputation as a benchmark for architectural excellence,” said the A’ Design Award committee. The Anahita Factory stands out for its innovative fusion of traditional Iranian architecture, brand-inspired elements, and contextual influences. Principal Architect Shahram Shirmohammadi led the design vision, incorporating Anahita brand lines and Persian architectural features like 5-doors, 3-doors, Goushvar, Mianver, and skylines. The design team included Parinaz Charmdooz as Developer Architect, Payam Golmarvi as Lighting Designer, and Maryam…
Australia’s shifting urban landscape is set to take center stage at The Architecture Symposium Sydney slated to happen on Friday, November 29. The event, titled An/Other City, will explore the architectural possibilities of decentralized cities, reflecting the country’s move away from traditional metropolitan areas. Curators Andrew Burges and Maryam Gusheh have assembled a lineup of experts to discuss how architecture and infrastructure can support new urban environments. “The pandemic and increasing cost of living have boosted the appeal of regional lifestyles and decentralized workforces,” said Andrew Burges, Curator. The symposium will feature presentations from Thierry Lacoste of Lacoste Stevenson Architects,…
Asian Manufacturer of Metal Composite Panels (MCP), Viva, recently launched its new experience centre in Mohali, Punjab according to a press release. Strategically located at Plot No 29, Sec 82 JLPL Industrial Area, the centre offers customers and industry professionals an immersive experience with Viva’s products. The experience centre aims to simulate product implementation, allowing architects, designers, and end-users to explore high-quality cladding solutions tailored to their needs. Prakash Jain, Chairman and Managing Director, Viva said, “This advanced Experience centre provides our customers with an engaging environment to explore our diverse product offerings.” The centre features Viva’s signature series, including…
Nien Siao, Dean of JS Institute of Design, was felicitated by the Association of Designers of India (ADI) | NCR recently at the PSOI Club in New Delhi, on the occasion of National Guru Day. The recognition honored her exceptional contributions to India’s design industry. The event, part of the Imagine Fest 2024, celebrated National Guru Day and acknowledged pioneers and thought leaders shaping the Indian design industry. ADI | NCR is a prestigious organization fostering a robust network of professionals, educators, students, and enthusiasts. The immersive art festival included events like panel discussions, keynote sessions, exhibitions, and workshops led…